MORE Backpacking Gear You Can Make at Home!

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I'm back showing you MORE backpacking gear you can make at home! In this video I’ll teach you how to make 6 more money-saving pieces of backpacking gear you can make yourself. Just like last time I'm starting with the easiest DIY gear, and escalating to harder projects! The final project might be the coolest piece of homemade backpacking gear I've ever made! Subscribe if you want to see how I use this DIY backpacking gear on upcoming backpacking trips, and let me know in the comments what you want to see me make next! Should I try to make a homemade backpacking tent? 😳
Intro: 00:00
Pill bottle repair kit: 0:27
Armless sunglasses: 4:08
Electrolyte drink mix: 8:36
Why I love LMNT electrolytes (sponsor): 10:46
Windscreen: 11:33
Roll-top stuff sack: 17:15
Shoulder strap phone pocket: 22:30
Outro: 32:00
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Backpacking Gear You Can Make at Home!
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[@Orange_Tang]

I just wanted to say that I love arts and crafts with Miranda. That's all.

[@jimbeard8947]

If you or friends have worn-out daypacks or backpacks, or you find one someone discarded, save all the buckles, straps, clips, and even some of the material for repairing your newer gear, or for making bags like Miranda is showing. Because sometimes heavy usage or abuse, like throwing a pack around or stuffing it in a trunk with stuff on top, will break plastic clips, etc. I have a drawer full of old pack stuff, from daypacks that when used very frequently just wear out over time. Save the extras!

[@Grizzly907LA]

I scavenge all of the buckles, clips, sliders, and strappage off of any backpack that's going in the trash.

[@JarretSteele]

ÒQ at c sh

[@schulzbrianr]

I'm glad I'm not the only one who can't resist "round the outside, round the outside" when it comes up in conversations.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Chick chick wahhhhhh

[@crystalmacneill5227]

@@MirandaGoesOutside The best part of this comment was the option to "Translate to English"... 🤣

[@El2ocm]

Two trailer park girls…

[@J-Peterson777]

80s music was, and always will be, cool...

[@SuziPoozi]

That will always belong to a certain age group and we all do it. Kinda like "and then?" and this one day, "at band camp..."

[@elainewhitmore3383]

Favorite part so far… when Rainer asked if boop was part of the process. Miranda responds with obviously. 🤣

[@15halerobert]

back before digital cameras I used film canisters for many things camping. I even had an old ammo belt that held the canisters very nicely. Made a survival belt out of it.

[@caswain01]

Suggestion for repair kit. Maybe add a replacement zipper slider. Also, I wrap a small bit of duct tape around a finishing nail. The nail works well as a punch, for canvas. And one more, I carry a 1x2 rectangle of Velcro (hooks and loops). Not only good for replacing stuff on the backpack, but also forms a little pocket for needles and pins from the sewing kit.

[@sammiemercier1160]

Would love to see Miranda attempt to make her own backpack using an IKEA bag! 😂 love these DIY videos! ❤

[@IronmanV5]

If you were a teacher or camp counselor, you'd be THE favorite teacher or counselor. Nice belch BTW🤣

[@freedville]

“Sewing clips” are game changers!!!

[@melanie_meanders]

was going to comment this too!! love those things, especially for fabrics with rubberized backings that are hard to pin, and ones you don’t want tiny holes in compromising its water resistance!

[@CosyPosy]

I was just thinking, if Miranda were on my Christmas list, that's what she would be getting!

[@pyronymph-868]

Another way to flavor the electrolyte mix is to add your regular water flavoring drops. I like TrueLime cherry limeade.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Oh that’s a great idea!

[@Sleepy7666]

Also dehydrated and powdered citrus zest and vitamin c powder.

[@ejcastro9518]

A few alternate suggestions. For the 'boning' use the packaging straps most ppl cut and throw away. When I get packages like that, i roll up the strapping for future use. As for the phone pocket, you could use those reusable plasticy grocery bags which are tough and water resistant. And so the bottom of the pocket doesn't bounce around, use a loop of elastic or paracord bungee attached to the strap so it doesn’t put any pressure on you pocket attachments. I do this for attaching water bottles to my pack strap to keep the bottom of the bottle from bouncing, and I can easily slide the bottle in and out. Will be trying some of your great ideas!

[@RainerGolden]

The windscreen now standard in my pack. So dope and so easy to make! And works great too!!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Let it be known that I MADE RAINER A WINDSCREEN

[@elr05]

And it was METAL! Rwaaaaaaaar

[@schulzbrianr]

Consecutive Miranda Goes Outside!! videos without a burp: 0

[@HelloDonkey9]

Disappointed 😢

[@cwoollard1]

Actually she did. You missed it. During the ironing plastic make

[@schulzbrianr]

@@cwoollard1 "videos without a burp: 0" means there was a burp in this video.

[@justincambie7973]

I thought the :0 was meant to be a smiley hahaha

[@whiteyfisk9769]

She has gastric cancer, she just doesnt know it yet. I recognize the signs

[@ericwilson4553]

You have to try the sewing clips instead of pins, they are way easier and don't poke holes in the fabric

[@aaallllen]

These videos are fun. Maybe for the DIY LMNT, add True Lemon or True Limon powder

[@NitroFrost]

Get sugar free jello packs and mix that in with the electrolyte mix for powdered flavor. Also if you don't mind plastics, you can put a single serving in a straw and then melt the ends.

[@1PZfan]

Or they sell 1"x1" jewelry bags that you can make individual servings of the "LMNT" in... I use them to make individual coffee servings; bags don't take up much space as carryout.

[@crlaf1978]

Was literally waiting for this to drop today 😂 i've been making emergency kits out of pill bottles forever. They're small, lightweight, and a great way to bring exactly what you need on a trip.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

YES!! That’s so awesome! They are super handy - and a great way to DIY exactly what you need!

[@BVoshol]

Duct tape also fits wonderfully around the bic mini lighters Also, for boning, you can always use zip ties if you don't want to buy a bunch of boning for a stuff sack (some fabric stores sell it by the yard, some don't). For a stuff sack, I'd probably use two zip ties, each one with its own sleeve so that you can have that wider boning.

[@paulrevere2379]

Some useful additions to the repair kit. For sewing really tough material (pack, shoes, et cetera) a small sewing awl is almost essential. No specialty store is needed. Just take an old small screwdriver from an eyeglass repair kit and sharpen it to a point any way you can (file, stone, whatever) A tube of chapstick style lip balm is also useful. Needles tend to rust in many outdoor environments so give it a swipe. Got a sticky zipper that isn't actually broken or tough to work in damp/freezing conditions? Give that zipper a quick coat of chapstick and watch it work better and last longer.

[@armadillocommander]

I tried to make the arm-less glasses following the instruction, and figured out that the arm hinges need to be near the middle of the frame vertically. If they are near the upper edge of the frame, the cord will pull the frame back and the lens will be tilted backward. Ordered a cheap pair of Rx glasses with similar shape to Ombraz and will try again when it comes. Also, you don’t need to insert the cord into the screw holes😂. I torched the dyneema cord at both ends to make stoppers, and just using the screw to fix the cord.

[@2laughandlaugh]

Quadzilla just dropped a video where he makes and sews his own quilt. He found a company that sends you everything you need including the cut sheet for the fabric.

[@mckenziereed9501]

Love the diy videos! Dehydrating meal ideas next?

[@pyronymph-868]

Another great way to enjoy LMNT is to add it to unflavored instant oatmeal. I'm addicted to sugar, so add a little. The Raspberry Salt with a cup of oatmeal and 16 oz hot water make a hearty breakfast that boosts your electrolyte intake first thing in the morning.

[@soconn14]

If you don't have a toggle laying around, or you wanna save the gram, or if you just like knots, you could also replace the toggle on the legless sunglasses with a double fisherman's bend. If you're not super handy with knots, here is a tutorial on tying it: /watch?v=9glfeKvEuyo loved this video miranda & co!

[@kcdogny1]

Your enthusiasm is infectious. The phone pocket is pretty clever.

[@1FAST91SONOMA]

best part of the video is @3:37 The last DIY reminds me of the water bottle holders I made for my DCF Sub Nero. I used half inch wide Velcro one-wrap and just wrapped it around the bottle and through the shoulder strap webbing. Cost me pennies and theyre actually lighter than any bottle holder on the market, including Zpacks. A bonus is you can set your bottles height, pouch depth, and bottle size.

[@mainerdmoose9242]

The sunglass "arms" are commonly known as temples or bows. The pill bottle kit is a good one. For years, I have repurposed expired ATM/credit cards. I trimmed out an "H" shape to use as a thread wrap & ear phone storage; Make a separate snip-slot on 1 edge for the tail end keeper. I have a card w/ sports tape & repair tape, too. These won't particularly fit into the bottle, but they are flat. I also have fashioned a windscreen from dollar store roasting pans; my anchoring for it was iffy, I'll copy your solution. Thnx.

[@michelle_ajema]

New drinking game: take a shot every time Miranda says "boop!" or "boom!" in this video. 😅😂😂

[@RainerGolden]

The Miranda Goes Outside Legal Department would like to warn all viewers that doing this will likely result in death 😂

[@michelle_ajema]

@@RainerGolden hehehe nice catch! 😂😂

[@michelle_ajema]

@@TheMcspreader 😂😂😂😂

[@HarryLovesRuth]

The boning you want to ask for is called rigilene. You can sew through it.

[@lizzietrot2522]

Best part of Sunday morning!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Woo thank you!!!

[@RoseStoller-xq7sh]

Suggestion instead of rolling duck tape on itself wrap it around the outside of the bottle. Or if you happen to have a hotel key card you forgot to return, wrap it with the tape . Will be easier to remove for use then wound on itself.

[@grimgranite]

Heck yea! This was super fun and useful!

[@skullzio]

The phone holder was fun to build. Rounded the corners on my second one to mitigate poking. Great DIY! Ty, Fam. One love ❤️✊🏼

[@tammysitchler4892]

use quilters clips instead of pins they don't always make a great replacement but for most quick things they work well

[@wickeddubz]

Use old lipstick enclosure 💄 to store your needles. Glue a piece of cork to the bottom of the enclosure, stick a couple of needles there and put one or two small spools on these needles (they fit lipstick enclosure , can be easily self made or found in portable sewing kits). Tada! You have cool retractable sewing kit. Another good way to keep it safe it to seal needles and threads between two pieces of armored tape. It comes out flat, easy to store anywhere.

[@bloodredrubyrose8740]

3:10am in the morning, best thing to watch when insomnia acts up

[@ScorpionRegent]

For the sewing kit I recommend dental floss instead of thread. I have used it to stitch up leather pouches and heavy canvas duffle bags and it hasn't failed yet. instead of using cork stick your needle in a hot glue stick or a hunk of wax. The glue can be used for repairs too, while the wax can be used to keep your zippers smooth, or to help keep thread from binding up. Alternatively wrap your duct tape around tube scavenged from ball point stick pen and store your needles inside that.

[@MaryNash88]

I wrapped the duct tape around the lighter. Makes it easier to unroll what you need :)

[@nicoleweiler8972]

OMG this is THE BEST series!! Love all of it!

[@chase-mode]

Saw this video when you posted it. My dog ate the arms of my sunglasses and I immediately knew I’d be back with this DIY.

[@jonathanhill9920]

Can we talk about that copper wainscoting? Holy cats! That’s so cool!

[@cmcer1995]

I believe what you are referring to as "Arms" are called "Temples." The "Arms" are the small part that attaches the nose pads to the frame that can be adjusted to stay on your face. Some cool hacks. Remove phone before ironing, a great idea too.

[@ervinslens]

Another masterfully filmed and presented video! Your energy is unmatched!

[@russelljackman1413]

GREAT stuff! Thanks, everybody!

[@gwstrauss65]

Love these diy videos.... keep em coming!

[@skipragsdale]

Windscreen looks promising. We used to use a 1 Lb. Coffee can around our Svea 123 White Gas Stoves the added heat pressurizes the stove better, the plastic lid insulates the stove from the snow, dirt, ground, tabletop. The old Svea 123 fits right inside a 1 Lb can! I think I still have one at my parent's house from about 40 years ago! I use propane stoves now, but in a pinch, the old Svea 123 works like a champ!

[@carolczina9235]

Yes, yes and yes more DIY videos please!!

[@claudiabowles1961]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVED THIS VIDEO. I love to see and hike and love watching your tech/engineering skills. MORE PLEASE Miss Miranda❤️

[@emilybauer3663]

Thanks for the ideas ❤

[@susiebennett6953]

Thanks Miranda! This was great!❤

[@andrew40]

I keep one of those sample floss things the dentist gives with cleanings instead of thread for sewing. It's strong and thin and waxed and already wound.

[@shannonr9689]

Great video! I love the windscreen idea!

[@SuperTotesWorld88]

Love your creativity!!!

[@DocRigel]

Loved the bag project! Great job Miranda!

[@GeeklyGraceGeeksOfTheWorld]

I did almost the exact same thing with a pair of sunglasses after seeing that people like armless ones! I feel so happy that she did it too

[@Midimoho]

Yes!! I cant wait to make the phone pocket & windscreen. 😊 More DIY plz!

[@j.stephens257]

Thanks for another great video, Miranda!

[@clairecaryer5575]

I’m so excited to make that repair kit!

[@christinetakahashi4462]

Stuff sack was awesome.

[@veerlevelzeboer9485]

These DIY are awesome! Definitely are making some thanks for the video!

[@BrianMiller1973]

Love these videos! Great ideas to reduce waste. Thanks Miranda.

[@Sofia-is-OOO]

Very clever! Cool projects!

[@therealchupa]

Damn it Rainer the sound "Boop!" is necessary to explain how things go together!!!!! 😂😂

[@RainerGolden]

You are correct. I know that now. 😂🤣

[@SamJantz]

This is so timely! I literally just got some nylon and webbing from the fabric store to make a better stuff sack for my tent, thank you!

[@corinnestubbs9439]

I love the DIY’s so yes, do more!

[@trailbotanica_beta]

Great idea! I am totally going to make that cell phone holder! Thanks for sharing.

[@mr.somebody1493]

When acquiring a cork, what wine do you recommend ?

[@jenniegalizia2523]

Your armless sunglasses test was amazing!

[@TheHungryFerret]

I have Ombraz and love them. A tip is to not keep the lenses too close to your face, the reason is there will be no airflow and fog up bad after a while from the moisture / sweat from your face.

[@armadillocommander]

Using anti fog spray

[@atilahassan9450]

Fantastic phone pocket very creative. Amazing video Miranda and Rainer

[@stoner_pinky]

The “Fo-mbras” sunnies right was actually awesome! I just made a pair out of some broken frames I just couldn’t let go of and now they have a new breathe of life! I opted to forgo the toggle adjuster in the back and instead tied a double fisherman’s in the back. Just pull the two knots apart to tension the band and loosen to go to lanyard mode.

[@toxic.forest]

Yay! New video! Edit: for the stuff sack plastic boning 18:42 you can also use 1/4 or 1/3 inch (i think) wide zip ties!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Oh that’s an awesome idea!!!

[@brynriver4797]

Yes I was coming to mention this too! Zip ties are a really common substitute for boning in both historical sewing and cosplay communities. Also, some crafting and fabric stores have sewing machines set up for community use, I know at Joann’s you can rent a machine for an hour at a time and use it in store.

[@cynthiahop0114]

Yes please! Thank you ❤

[@peterfagley772]

You never cease to amaze me, your presentation as excellent! More please….

[@elayned6147]

Love your energy ❤!👍

[@cwoollard1]

Yay. The kitchen with the cute kettle is there again. Yes. I am British. Just go with it!

[@melaniengzuer]

Miranda! This is such a great video! It's great for children to do during the summer break too.

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

Grind up some freeze dried fruits for your electrolyte drink mix for flavor, since its freeze dried, it won't go bad and doesn't cost much weight. Great ideas! Thanks for showing!

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

Oh that’s a cool idea!!!

[@alphaomegasurvivalsupply6548]

@MirandaGoesOutside dehydrated would also work but freeze dried would probably crush easier 👍

[@lindab8774]

You are so clever. This was brilliant.

[@zloki83]

For the sunglasses you could get some tubing for some more protection by your ear.

[@arlenesolis024]

❤❤love it especially the phone pocket case. As always you two are awesomely hilarious 😆

[@teganlewis2284]

I did my own repair kit after seeing your pill bottle one in your last video. Thanks for all the great ideas!

[@Seamus3051]

Thanks for the useful tips & fabrication techniques. Your videos are loads of fun to watch...... Cheers.

[@BetoC7062]

DIY with Miranda! I love it! Omg you should do DIY dehydrated food tutorials for hiking

[@jaguarsolo]

very informative and useful.

[@bethcook1576]

Very crafty 😊

[@TheCrownWolf]

Loved this video!! Really goes to show everything we tend to throw away can be used multifunctionally! Would love to see you make a pot and/or bag coozy in the next video!

[@dsa5394]

Love the ideas.

[@traveledtexan]

Love it! For even more DIY boning I have cut up milk carton gal jugs... a Girl Scout tip!

[@montananerd8244]

Old sewing tip- if safe, lick your thread/cord to help the fibers stay together while you thread the needle.

[@dmncrae]

Yessssssss!!!! Thank you!!!

[@HorizonHikes]

I feel like elastic shock chord might be even more comfy for the glasses idea 🤔

[@montananerd8244]

What type of store sells that,? I wear sunglasses over my regular ones, but if I add headphones I get sore temples. Would love to try this!

[@lisaphares2286]

@@montananerd8244I bought the Ombraz sunglasses so I could mow and wear noise canceling headphones and sunglasses at the same time and it is sooo much better. The stretch cord is in those toggle sports shoelaces, but it may be too thick for this.

[@Gneiss365]

@@montananerd8244 It's called "hat elastic" available from millinery suppliers and haberdasheries. I don't know if it's the same where you live, but when I buy cheap shoes (e.g. flip flops or slippers), the 2 shoes are held together as a pair by a piece of this elastic about 30-40cm long (12 to 16 inches).

[@TheWarder500]

Got to get our weekly dose of Miranda content and good vibes 😎

[@enriquediaz7547]

FWIW: an empty mechanical pencil lead container works great for storing pre-threaded needles.

[@ForagerChick]

Oh my I wanna make the phone case, how cool!!

[@christianmclaren3870]

Windscreens can cause the fuel canister to explode with that type of stove set up. I’m sure you know this, but just be careful to not let the canister overheat.

[@MirandaGoesOutside]

This is why you should always make sure to leave one side open when using a windscreen!!

[@paulrevere2379]

Could you be referring to the case of the 2023 PCT hiker who got the trailname Flamethrower? I was not a firsthand witness, but the story was quite vividly relayed to me.

[@miken7629]

Parchment paper is waterproof and good for keeping notes or hand drawn maps

[@rebeccaclementz3756]

So it's write in the rain paper? Nice!

[@DaleHawkins]

Thanks!

[@julianandersson5628]

i got so many new ideas for my gear :)

[@WayneTheSeine]

Some really great tips. The Elements recipe is some great info. For your pill bottle repair kit might I suggest wrapping your duct tape around the bic lighter instead.